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Optimum Moving

Mover · Jersey City, NJ · reviewed since 2014

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%92+50.2Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%8+0.6Experts Score= 86Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.86SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#149 of 218 moversPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 32%
4.9 ★★★★★ 1,131 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.94★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
2.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
$2.0ktypical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

Optimum Moving at a glance

Google reviewers rate Optimum Moving 4.9 out of 5 based on 1,131 reviews, with the owner not responding to any feedback. Many customers praise the company for punctuality, efficient packing, careful handling of furniture, and transparent flat-rate pricing without hidden fees. However, some lower-rated reviews cite issues with delayed arrival times, damaged items, and unresponsive customer service when resolving post-move problems.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1,131 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,131 Google reviews (1,105 with written comments, 30 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 27, 2026.
  • Service: Mover serving Jersey City, New Jersey.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other movers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction92Reliability86Craft & service100Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews8Satisfaction: 92 (median 93)Reliability: 86 (median 90)Craft & service: 100 (median 93)Value: 100 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 8 (median 81)
Optimum MovingMovers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Optimum Moving: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
92
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Optimum Moving: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
86
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Optimum Moving: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Optimum Moving: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Optimum Moving: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Optimum Moving: 8/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.F
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Star ratings

1,131 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,10598%
  • 4 stars30%
  • 3 stars50%
  • 2 stars50%
  • 1 star131%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 1,105 written reviews

  • Praise2,68498%
  • Complaints632%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price6065%
  • Reasonable3134%
  • Overpriced11%
  • Not sure00%
$2.0k+104% vs typical movers

Middle half of what 54 customers paid ($1.4k–$3.7k) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Speed & response68725%
  • Staff & attitude63923%
  • Would recommend58621%
  • Quality & results38314%
  • Price & value2399%
  • Communication1245%
  • Honesty & trust893%

What customers talk about

We read 1,105 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They were on time, had no issues with moving furniture down two flights of stairs, and set everything up in my new place extremely quickly and safely.”
    “Q: How would a flat tire delay ETA by 3 hours?”
  • “Carlos and crew: Carlos, Josh and crew were professional and well trusted.”
    “The downstream company they contracted (Dependable Enterprises Inc) was extremely unprofessional, and honestly quite ‘hood’.”
  • “appreciated the care and professionalism of the entire team and would absolutely recommend Optimum Moving to anyone looking for a reliable moving comp…”
    “Terrible customer service, do not recommend at all.”
  • “Josh and crew came out to do my move and did an absolute amazing job.”
    “As I found out unpacking, things were damaged and thrown into boxes with NO labels letting us know what was where.”
  • “No hidden fees day of, and they accommodated all of our requests.”
    “…entory list THEY made at pickup (including dishware, vases, etc), our very expensive and time-consuming to decide on mattress was smashed, Bed and she…”
  • “Josh’s crew was extremely fast, very detail oriented, and communicated clearly.”
  • “Regardless of the size or complexity of the job, the team has always been professional, efficient, careful, and incredibly reliable.”

People customers mention

  • Josh 123 reviews
  • Carlos 37 reviews
  • Crew 31 reviews
  • Bert 24 reviews
  • Elvis 21 reviews
  • Nick 18 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Optimum Moving for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Cheryl4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★

Moses and his crew were wonderful. I was amazed at the way they packed and quickly moved items out. When they got to the new apartment, boxes and packages were organized neatly and items reassembled. I would highly recommend them. Thanks again guys.

Paid $1,000–1,500Great priceLocal movingMoving-related packingFurniture assembly
AllisonLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I had a fantastic experience with Optimum Moving from start to finish! The planning process was easy, straightforward, and tailored to exactly what I needed. On moving day, Hugo, Chris, and Gio were wonderful. They were efficient, careful, and made sure everything was secure and well taken care of throughout the…

Paid $1,000–1,500Great priceLocal moving
Laura7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

This is the second time I’ve used Optimum Moving LLC, and once again they were great! The team was professional, friendly, efficient, and took great care of everything. Moving can be stressful, but they made the entire process easy from start to finish. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. Highly recommend!

Paid $500–1,000Local moving
HectorLocal Guide · 32 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Exceptional Speed, Unmatched Quality — My Go-To Movers! As a Realtor, my reputation depends heavily on the service providers I recommend to my clients, and Optimum Moving delivers 100% every single time. I don't just refer them to home buyers and sellers—I trust them completely with my own personal moves, too.…

Paid $500–1,000Great priceVehicle transportLocal movingMoving-related packing
PuppyLocal Guide · 76 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

I have had a crazy 2 yrs. with moving between Bergen and Ocean Counties. Optimum moved me 4 times within that time frame!!! Plus, I stored most of my belongings with them while I tried starting a new life in the Toms River area, which unfortunately did not work out. So back I came to Bergen County and am rebuilding…

Paid $3,500–4,000Reasonable priceLocal movingMoving-related packingMoving-related storage
Andrew4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

This is a 5-star company. Worth every penny! They had an entire 4-bedroom house packed up and on the truck in under 3 and a half hours. They are incredibly efficient, courteous and fast! Part 2 of moving our house from storage to our new house was a great success! Josh and his crew are incredibly fast and…

Paid $5,000+Reasonable priceLocal moving

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Local moving111$621–$1.6k
Moving-related packing78$454–$1.7k
Furniture assembly48$265–$1.0k
In-state moving42$878–$2.3k
Moving-related storage27$295–$1.1k
Oversized-item moving19$196–$633
Vehicle transport15$527–$1.5k
Interstate moving15$1.9k–$4.9k

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 1,131 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
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Heather PuglieseLocal Guide · 10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heather has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Carlos and crew came and did an amazing job!! They were absolutely amazing and made our move much easier!!

B RomoLocal Guide · 409 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews B has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Josh and crew came out to do my move and did an absolute amazing job.Far better than I could have expected. If there was an extra star, they would get it.Thank you very much Optimum moving.

Hunter Conti6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hunter has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Optimum movers were fantastic for my home move. They were on time, had no issues with moving furniture down two flights of stairs, and set everything up in my new place extremely quickly and safely. I could not recommend them enough.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: In-state moving
Freedom House6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Freedom has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dylan was so friendly and thoughtful! Thanks to him and his team, our move went seamlessly without any hassle. Wishing you all good health and continued success!

  • Services: Local moving
Cheryl Campbell4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cheryl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Moses and his crew were wonderful. I was amazed at the way they packed and quickly moved items out. When they got to the new apartment, boxes and packages were organized neatly and items reassembled. I would highly recommend them. Thanks again guys.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Price: $1,000–1,500
  • Services: Local moving, Moving-related packing, Furniture assembly
Jason Mejia4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Carlos and crew: Carlos, Josh and crew were professional and well trusted. They were informative, and knowledgeable with advice that made my moving less stressful. These moving experiences can be uneasy and this crew made my experience enjoyable and at peace. 👍🏽

Gia DelcolloLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Josh and his crew were outstanding! We moved to Wyckoff and they made it seamless from start to finish. NO DAMAGE - amazing personalities. As a mom of two small kids I was so stressed and they made me so relieved and I would use them 100 times again. They did all our packing and unloading, organized and rebuilt furniture. The best vibes and the men were all so helpful and willing to help with whatever we needed and asked. We moved from a 3 bedroom home with an attic and basement to a 4 bedroom home and I can’t express how smooth it was. I would never ever again use anyone else! 1000000 out of 10!!!!

Scott Bianco1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Scott has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I’ve used this company for 8 moves over the past 10 years, and every single experience has been flawless. That kind of consistency is almost unheard of, especially in the moving industry. They’ve handled everything from my personal residential moves to commercial moves for my family and a 200-person company. Regardless of the size or complexity of the job, the team has always been professional, efficient, careful, and incredibly reliable. What really sets them apart is the peace of mind. Moving is inherently stressful, but I’ve never once had to worry about a thing when they’re handling it. They show up, take ownership, and execute flawlessly every time. After a decade and eight moves, I can confidently say I’ll never use another moving company. Couldn’t recommend them more highly.

  • Price assessment: Great price
kristina reed3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews kristina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Josh and Crew did my move. I have never used a moving company in the past, it was so quick and painless. They took care to wrap and pack items, were respectful and so quick!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Vehicle transport, Local moving, Moving-related packing
Ryan HG3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ryan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Josh and crew were great. No surprise fees and great communication

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